Job summary
Bristol, North
Somerset & South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) ICB are seeking to appoint an independent
chair for the Independent Advisory Group (IAG) on Race Equality in Health &
Care. This will be for a 2 year term. The IAG is in its infancy and the
chair will be integral to its creation and establishment. The IAG will provide
guidance, insight and constructive challenge to the ICB that will lead to the
formation of a genuine partnership with communities, encouraging the active
involvement of people from all minority ethnic groups across BNSSG. The aim of
the IAG is to ensure that the needs of the diverse communities of BNSSG are
considered in all aspects of health policy and practice in the locality, to
address health inequalities and improve the confidence of all communities in
the health and social care provided.
Main duties of the job
As Chair
you will demonstrate the highest standards of integrity and commitment. You
will provide effective leadership to the group and work alongside its members,
holding responsibility for constructively challenging, influencing and
developing recommendations to address health inequalities experienced by
BNSSGs racialised communities.
BNSSG is
looking for someone with experience in chairing complex meetings, and requiring
the ability to understand complex data to reach informed judgements and proven
leadership skills in guiding multi-stakeholder colleagues to effective
outcomes.
During the
initial creation of the IAG (anticipated to take no more than 6 months with a
limited time commitment per month) and honorarium will be payable where the
applicant is not already remunerated for this time via an alternative NHS or
Care role. Following creation and implementation of the IAG it is anticipated
that the time commitment would be in the region of 3 hours per quarter plus
periodic attendance at the ICS Partnership Board and ICB Board (subject to
their availability) on a voluntary basis with expenses reimbursed.
For further
information and to discuss this role in more depth please contact Dr Jeff Farrar,
ICB Chair via jeff.farrar1@nhs.net.To apply
please complete the attached statement of suitability and email to bnssg.cpooffice@nhs.net. Please do
not complete the full NHS application via NHS jobs.
Closing
Date: Sunday 2nd July 2023
About us
We are committed to creating
an inclusive organisation that promotes and values diversity. We know from
experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a
stronger, more creative workplace that helps us to deliver the best services.
We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of our community;
from people of all ages, disabled people, all genders, people from ethnic minority
groups, LGBTQ+ people, people with diverse gender identity and expression,
people from all religions and beliefs and other diverse characteristics, and we
have processes in place to ensure that all applications are treated fairly and
consistently at every stage of the recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Initially, the
appointed Chair will work to set up the IAG, ensuring that appropriate
membership is recruited from racialised communities or their representative
organisations from across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire and
that appropriate governance structures are in place.
The Chair will
work with members of the IAG and wider stakeholders to ensure that the ICB is working to address health inequalities experienced
by BNSSGs Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Initially, the
appointed Chair will work to set up the IAG, ensuring that appropriate
membership is recruited from racialised communities or their representative
organisations from across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire and
that appropriate governance structures are in place.
The Chair will
work with members of the IAG and wider stakeholders to ensure that the ICB is working to address health inequalities experienced
by BNSSGs Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.
Person Specification
Sound Judgement, Motivation and Flexibility
Essential
- able to analyse complex information and situations before reaching a recommendation.
- open minded and willing to modify thinking in view of new information/discussion.
- tests and probes constructively to achieve the best outcome for patients.
- sees the bigger picture and can think and act strategically.
- thinks clearly and creatively.
- able to think clearly and objectively when dealing with emotive issues.
Experience
Essential
- has an understanding of, and relevant experience related to the health inequalities experienced by BNSSGs Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.
- has previous experience of Chairing key decision making group.
Effective influencing and Communication
Essential
- articulate and able to facilitate discussion to at all levels and bring it to conclusion.
- capacity to give and take advice.
- good interpersonal skills and flexible to change.
Public Interest, Accountability and Knowledge
Essential
- strong commitment to maintaining a patient focus.
- good understanding of Health and Care services.
- good understanding of different sectors, groups, networks and the needs of diverse populations.
- willing to maintain and uphold accountability.
- a commitment to the principles of public life (The Seven Principles of Public Life - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)).
Effective Team working
Essential
- builds constructive relationships at all levels and works effectively in a team.
- models respect and a compassionate and inclusive leadership style with a demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in respect of boards, patients and staff.
Person Specification
Sound Judgement, Motivation and Flexibility
Essential
- able to analyse complex information and situations before reaching a recommendation.
- open minded and willing to modify thinking in view of new information/discussion.
- tests and probes constructively to achieve the best outcome for patients.
- sees the bigger picture and can think and act strategically.
- thinks clearly and creatively.
- able to think clearly and objectively when dealing with emotive issues.
Experience
Essential
- has an understanding of, and relevant experience related to the health inequalities experienced by BNSSGs Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.
- has previous experience of Chairing key decision making group.
Effective influencing and Communication
Essential
- articulate and able to facilitate discussion to at all levels and bring it to conclusion.
- capacity to give and take advice.
- good interpersonal skills and flexible to change.
Public Interest, Accountability and Knowledge
Essential
- strong commitment to maintaining a patient focus.
- good understanding of Health and Care services.
- good understanding of different sectors, groups, networks and the needs of diverse populations.
- willing to maintain and uphold accountability.
- a commitment to the principles of public life (The Seven Principles of Public Life - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)).
Effective Team working
Essential
- builds constructive relationships at all levels and works effectively in a team.
- models respect and a compassionate and inclusive leadership style with a demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in respect of boards, patients and staff.
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board
Address
360 Bristol – Three Six Zero
Marlborough Street
Bristol
BS1 3NX
Employer's website
https://bnssg.icb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
